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Introduction to Renewable Energy

Embark on a comprehensive journey into the world of renewable energy through our dedicated course. Participants will gain profound understanding and practical skills, exploring various renewable energy sources with a focus on solar photovoltaic (PV) modules.

Duration
3
Months
Registration Fee
GHS 400
Course Fee
GHS 5000

More About The Course: Introduction to Renewable Energy

Embark on a comprehensive journey into the realm of renewable energy with our dedicated course designed to enrich participants with a profound understanding and practical skills. Discover the sources of energy, emphasizing the importance of renewable energy in today’s global landscape. Delve into the intricacies of various renewable energy sources, unraveling their applications and uses.

The course extends its focus to solar photovoltaic (PV) modules, where participants will identify different types and delve into the components and functions of solar PV systems. Differentiate between grid and off-grid solar PV systems, explore solar panel mounting mechanisms, and gain hands-on expertise in mounting solar PV modules. Moving forward, develop skills in solar PV system sizing, encompassing the calculation of total load, sizing PV panels, inverters, batteries, and charge controllers.

Practical application takes center stage as participants demonstrate their skills in connecting solar PV systems, covering the connection of modules, batteries, and the installation of both off-grid and grid-connect systems. Perform essential tests on PV solar modules while adhering to stringent safety standards. By the end of this course, participants will be equipped with a comprehensive understanding and practical proficiency in renewable energy and solar PV systems, positioning them at the forefront of sustainable energy knowledge and application.

Learning Outcomes

After attending this course, You will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate knowledge of renewable energy
    1. Identify sources of energy
    2. State the importance of renewable energy
    3. Explain the sources of renewable energy
    4. Explain the uses of renewable energy
  2. Demonstrate knowledge of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules
    1. Identify types of solar Photovoltaic (PV) modules
    2. Identify the components of the solar Photovoltaic (PV) system and their functions
    3. State the difference between grid and off-grid solar Photovoltaic (PV) System
    4. Explain types of solar panel mounting mechanisms
    5. Explain how to mount solar PV modules
  3. Demonstrate skills in Solar PV system sizing
    1. Determine the total load of a given structure
    2. Size the PV panel
    3. Size the inverter
    4. Size the battery
    5. Size the charge controller
  4. Demonstrate skills in Connecting solar Photovoltaic (PV) system 16.4.1 Connect solar modules
    1. Connect batteries
    2. Install an off-grid connect solar PV system
    3. Install a grid connect solar PV system
    4. Perform simple test on PV solar modules
    5. Adhere to safety

Enrol in our course: Introduction to Renewable Energy, and invest in your growth.